Business
Fuel Prices to be Deregulated with effect from 1 August, 2015
Wednesday, July 22, 2015The Ministry of Energy has announced that fuel prices would be deregulated as of 1 August, 2015. A new pricing policy linked to global prices will be adopted. The decision, related to gasoline and diesel, is aimed at supporting the national economy, lowering fuel consumption, protecting the environment and preserving national resources. His Excellency Suhail… Untitled
The Full Moon through the Eye of MBRSC
Wednesday, July 22, 2015DubaiSat-2 owned and operated by the Mohammed Bin Rashid Space Centre (MBRSC) captured a clear, high definition photo of the full moon proving the versatility of the satellite design. The full moon image was taken with the roll tilt angle of 0 degree and roll pitch angle of 79.63 degree. “It is a measure of… Untitled
Jebel Ali retains a leading position in port productivity
Wednesday, July 22, 2015Global marine terminal operator DP World’s flagship, Jebel Ali Port, has demonstrated once again that it delivers by far the world’s best productivity for ships berthed at its docks. According to the latest JOC Port Productivity data, compiled by industry analysts Journal of Commerce, Jebel Ali recorded a world-leading 131 moves per ship per hour… Untitled
YouTube sensations now on Emirates in-flight entertainment
Monday, July 20, 2015This summer, Emirates’ award-winning ice entertainment system debuts two famous YouTube channels ‘Cute Girls Hairstyles’ and ‘Brooklyn & Bailey’. Known for their hairstyle tutorials, fashion and beauty vlogs, the two channels have over 5 million subscribers and over half a billion views combined on YouTube. Families gearing up for their summer break can look forward… Untitled
WHO Declares Sharjah Region’s First Healthy City
Monday, July 20, 2015The World Health Organisation (WHO) has recognised the Emirate Sharjah as the first healthy city in the region following the latter’s adherence to all the requirements pertaining to the WHO’s Healthy Cities programme, according to a report issued by Sharjah Media Centre, the media and communications arm of the Government of Sharjah. His Excellency (HE)… Untitled
Emirates Airlines unveils Arsenal branded plane ahead of team’s pre-season trip to Singapore
Monday, July 20, 2015Emirates, a global connector of people and passions, and official partner of Arsenal Football Club has unveiled its first plane to feature Arsenal branding as the team fly out for the start of the club’s summer tour to Singapore this week. The Gunners arrived in style on an Emirates B777-200LR chartered aircraft that has been… Untitled
Almost 50% of new hotel rooms entering luxury dubai market rated 3-star or less
Monday, July 20, 2015A new report published by Jones Lang LaSalle (JLL) exclusively for The Hotel Show Dubai 2015 reveals today that almost 50% of the 3,600 new hotel rooms to enter the Dubai market in the final months of 2015 have a 3-star or lower rating. JLL report a current supply of almost 65,000 hotel rooms in Dubai… Untitled
DSS- 2015 Calendar of Events
Wednesday, July 15, 2015Cartoon Network Fiesta July 30 – August 5, Ibn Battuta Mall Teen sensation Ben Tennyson aka Ben Ten is back in town for DSS 2015, with Grandpa Max and his alien fighting friends from Ben 10 Omniverse. The team’s latest adventure kick starts at the Plumber’s Academy and features a 30-minute live action show, stunt acrobatic… Untitled
Microsoft’s Windows 10: ‘Free’ in Dubai on July 29
Wednesday, July 15, 2015Microsoft has officially announced that it is planning a worldwide celebration as part of its plans to launch Windows 10 on July 29. Global launch celebrations for Windows fans include a global fan celebrations, a new global advertising campaign, and a new year-long initiative to “celebrate people and organizations making a difference around the world”.… Untitled
Dubai International Airport wins Best Airport Award at AFLAS Awards
Wednesday, July 15, 2015Dubai International, the world’s number one airport for international passengers, has been named as the Best Airport in the Middle East at the Asian Freight, Logistics, and Supply Chain Awards (AFLAS) held in Hong Kong recently. Hosted and organised annually by Asia Cargo News, the awards recognise leading service providers including air and shipping lines;… Untitled
